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coop85(at)verizon.net
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Posted: Sat Aug 25, 2012 5:59 am Post subject: Fuel Lines

I'm into my sixth condition inspection and plan to upgrade to the braided flex fuel lines.  I've had no issues with the stock lines, but it seems like a good idea.  Not to appear too lazy, but I was wondering if anyone has measurements from a stock installation for the new lines?



    Also, I am considering a few options, build my own lines (not likely), go to a local hot rod shop, or order online.  Any recommendations would be appreciated, I'm really trying to avoid breaking the bank as I also just sent in my annual insurance check.



Thanks,

Marcus



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Tim Olson

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Posted: Sat Aug 25, 2012 6:14 am Post subject: Fuel Lines

I had the D-I-Y braided flex lines and they were working great.  I decided to go Teflon and although they are now great too, that took a bit of work,  I would do Teflon definitely if you aren't going hard aluminum, because of the "lifetime" rating, but they are a little less flexible, and measurements are more critical....especially the clocking of the fittings.  Even if someone gives you "standard" measurements I'd still grab a piece of maybe 1/2" poly tubing and make some test hose runs and see for myself before I'd buy. The Teflon lines I got from Bonaco wouldn't break the bank, but paying for them twice cuz they didn't fit might be no fun.  

Tim

On Aug 25, 2012, at 8:59 AM, Marcus Cooper <coop85(at)verizon.net> wrote:



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 I'm into my sixth condition inspection and plan to upgrade to the braided flex fuel lines.  I've had no issues with the stock lines, but it seems like a good idea.  Not to appear too lazy, but I was wondering if anyone has measurements from a stock installation for the new lines?

 

    Also, I am considering a few options, build my own lines (not likely), go to a local hot rod shop, or order online.  Any recommendations would be appreciated, I'm really trying to avoid breaking the bank as I also just sent in my annual insurance check.

 

 Thanks,

 Marcus

 

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rleffler

Joined: 05 Nov 2006
Posts: 680

Posted: Sat Aug 25, 2012 7:10 am Post subject: Fuel Lines

I would give Tom at tsflightlines.com a call.  I got my fuel lines from him.  He has a couple options for eliminating a few connections if you are interested.   I've got a single line that goes from the fuel valve all the way to the tank.   This may or may not be possible depending on the location Of your valve.   The tunnel entrance is a little awkward with a single line.

Another RV-10 here had some problems and Tom ended providing some engineering assistance through a web cam place in the tunnel. You can't get any better service than that.   He is also looking to build a RV whereas Bonaco is a car guy.

Bob

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On Aug 25, 2012, at 10:14 AM, Tim Olson <Tim(at)myrv10.com> wrote:

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 I had the D-I-Y braided flex lines and they were working great.  I decided to go Teflon and although they are now great too, that took a bit of work,  I would do Teflon definitely if you aren't going hard aluminum, because of the "lifetime" rating, but they are a little less flexible, and measurements are more critical....especially the clocking of the fittings.  Even if someone gives you "standard" measurements I'd still grab a piece of maybe 1/2" poly tubing and make some test hose runs and see for myself before I'd buy. The Teflon lines I got from Bonaco wouldn't break the bank, but paying for them twice cuz they didn't fit might be no fun.  

 Tim

 On Aug 25, 2012, at 8:59 AM, Marcus Cooper <coop85(at)verizon.net> wrote:

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> I'm into my sixth condition inspection and plan to upgrade to the braided flex fuel lines.  I've had no issues with the stock lines, but it seems like a good idea.  Not to appear too lazy, but I was wondering if anyone has measurements from a stock installation for the new lines?

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>   Also, I am considering a few options, build my own lines (not likely), go to a local hot rod shop, or order online.  Any recommendations would be appreciated, I'm really trying to avoid breaking the bank as I also just sent in my annual insurance check.

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> Thanks,

> Marcus

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Posted: Sat Aug 25, 2012 4:24 pm Post subject: Fuel Lines

I believe Bonaco is also an rv-8 guy

  

  

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aircraftspecialty(at)gmai
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Posted: Sat Aug 25, 2012 4:47 pm Post subject: Fuel Lines

We sell them at www.kitplanehoses.com.  They are extremely high quality and are all pressure tested.



We have an interactive web pricing calculator that allows you to price your hoses and order in one convenient step.



Steve



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Www.kitplanemods.com

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On Aug 25, 2012, at 8:59, Marcus Cooper <coop85(at)verizon.net> wrote:



 	  Quote: 	
		   

 

 I'm into my sixth condition inspection and plan to upgrade to the braided flex fuel lines.  I've had no issues with the stock lines, but it seems like a good idea.  Not to appear too lazy, but I was wondering if anyone has measurements from a stock installation for the new lines?

 

    Also, I am considering a few options, build my own lines (not likely), go to a local hot rod shop, or order online.  Any recommendations would be appreciated, I'm really trying to avoid breaking the bank as I also just sent in my annual insurance check.

 

 Thanks,

 Marcus

 

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